An initial challenge that many face in getting sober is the vacuum of time and energy which presents itself when no longer occupied by an addiction. While in the thralls of using and abusing substances this can become the primary source of recreation and even...

Sometimes when I am leading a group with the residents at AToN Center we talk about the triggering situation of going to parties while being sober. Learning to be sober means learning how to enjoy celebrations without having to rely on substances and alcohol to be the...